Finian McGrath (Dublin North Central, Independent)

I ask the Minister to relay the message that there is widespread support for saving SR Technics. To follow up on Deputy O'Dowd's point, it is aviation vandalism if we let such a valuable industry go. With regard to removal of the assets, how did this happen, particularly when we were all warned weeks ago by staff who contacted Members of the Oireachtas? SR Technics is a highly specialised industry which would have had a significant future in the Irish economy. Is the Minister satisfied that IDA Ireland is pulling out all the stops to save this company?

With regard to the new options on the table, how confident is the Minister that she can deliver? If we lose this great industry, costs will go up when it moves to Zurich. That is an economic reality. Is the Minister aware of the major hardship that will ensue for many families on the north side of Dublin if we lose this industry?

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